Best 12 Lemon Sauce For Chicken Recipes

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When it comes to flavorful and versatile sauces, lemon sauce stands out as a classic choice. With its bright, tangy taste and aromatic citrus notes, lemon sauce can transform simple chicken dishes into culinary delights. Whether you prefer a creamy, buttery sauce or a light and zesty one, there's a lemon sauce recipe perfect for your taste preferences and cooking style. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the world of lemon sauces for chicken and discover the perfect recipe to elevate your next meal.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN WITH LEMON SAUCE



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"This delicious Italian dish is easy to prepare, but it looks like you fussed," writes Brenda Hoffman of Stanton, Michigan.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
2 eggs
2 tablespoons butter, divided
1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup apple juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. In a shallow bowl, combine 4 tablespoons flour, cheese, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. In another shallow bowl, beat the eggs. Coat chicken with flour, then dip into egg mixture., In a large skillet, cook chicken in 1 tablespoon butter and oil over medium heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm., In a small bowl, combine remaining, salt and pepper; stir in broth until smooth. Add apple juice to the skillet, stirring to loosen any browned bits. Stir broth mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened., Stir in lemon juice; cook for 1 minute. Add parsley and remaining butter; cook and stir until butter is melted. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 542 calories, Fat 30g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 329mg cholesterol, Sodium 1670mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 42g protein.

CHICKEN WITH A LEMON HERB SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, peeled
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
1/3 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • For the Chicken: Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and swirl to coat the skillet. Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper on the smooth side of each breast. Place in the skillet seasoned side down and cook without disturbing until brown and crisp, about 3 to 4 minutes. Season the top side of the chicken and flip. Cook 1 minute over the burner; then transfer the skillet to the oven until chicken registers 165 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer, about 6 to 8 minutes more. Place on a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  • For the sauce: smash the garlic clove, sprinkle with the salt, and with the side of a large knife, mash and smear the mixture to a coarse paste. Transfer to a blender with the parsley, mint, pepper, lemon zest, and juice. Pulse until coarsely chopped and then slowly drizzle in the olive oil. Pour into a small bowl and adjust seasoning. Deglaze pan with the sauce, if desired, and serve with the chicken.

SIMPLE CREAMY LEMON CHICKEN SAUCE



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This simple sauce is made of cream of chicken soup mixed with lemon juice, garlic, and spices. It tastes great on rice, pasta, chicken, or veggies. Also, add a teaspoon or two of basil or Italian seasoning for extra flavor.

Provided by Jessica Weber

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
½ cup water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter
½ teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Stir the chicken soup, water, lemon juice, butter, and garlic powder together in a pan and place over medium heat. Cook until hot, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3.2 g, Cholesterol 10.7 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 270.2 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

ROASTED CHICKEN WITH LEMON SAUCE



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Some simple ingredients plus a little bit of planning can turn a great dinner into two. Use the leftover chicken half to make Pasta with Chicken and Peas the next day.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 chicken halves (3 to 4 pounds total)
Salt and pepper
1 1/4 cups dry white wine
3/4 cup canned reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a large roasting pan with a rack, cook chicken, skin side up, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh registers 165 degrees, about 45 minutes. Remove chicken and rack.
  • Make sauce: Pour pan juices into a measuring cup; skim off fat. In pan, cook wine over medium-high, scraping up bits, until reduced by a fourth, 4 to 6 minutes. Add broth, lemon juice, and pan juices. Cook until reduced by a fourth, 5 minutes. Stir in oregano. Add water, if needed, to make 1 1/2 cups.
  • Serve 2 chicken halves with 1/2 cup of the sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 g, Fat 19 g, Protein 37 g

CHINESE TAKE-AWAY-STYLE LEMON CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: chicken breast, lemon zest, garlic, soy sauce, salt, pepper, flour, eggs, panko breadcrumbs, oil, chicken stock, lemon zest, lemon, sugar, water, corn flour

Provided by Evelyn Liu

Categories     Dinner

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 16

¼ lb chicken breast, diced
½ lemon lemon zest
1 teaspoon garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon soy sauce
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
½ cup flour
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 cups oil
¼ cup chicken stock
½ lemon lemon zest
1 lemon, juiced
4 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon water
½ tablespoon corn flour

Steps:

  • Combine all marinade ingredients with the chicken breast and leave for 20 minutes.
  • Coat the chicken breast first in flour, then eggs, and finally panko breadcrumbs.
  • In a medium-sized saucepan heat the oil to 325˚F (170°C),
  • Deep fry the breaded chicken for about 3-4 minutes until the coating is golden brown.
  • In a small frying pan, combine the chicken stock, lemon juice, and sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Mix the corn flour with the water, then add the mixture to the frying pan to thicken the sauce.
  • Add the chicken to the frying pan and coat with the lemon sauce.
  • Serve on top of rice. (We garnished ours with green onions and sesame seeds.)
  • Nutrition Calories: 4856 Fat: 436 grams Carbs: 188 grams Fiber: 9 grams Sugars: 47 grams Protein: 66 grams
  • Enjoy!

LEMON SAUCE



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Make this sauce to accompany Rao's famous lemon chicken.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking

Yield Makes approximately 3 1/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups fresh lemon juice
1 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a large bowl, and whisk together until well blended. Cover, and refrigerate until ready to use. Whisk or shake vigorously just before use.

LEMON SAUCE FOR CHICKEN



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I love lemon chicken from Chinese restaurants but don't want to deep fry anything at home. So when I found this yummy sauce recipe I decided it'd be just as good over stir fried chicken breast strips. I've also made this with Splenda instead of sugar with good results.

Provided by ReeLani

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
3/4 cup sugar
1 lemon, zest of
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water

Steps:

  • In saucepan bring chicken stock to a boil and then add lemon juice, sugar and zest.
  • Return mixture to a boil.
  • Blend together cornstarch and cold water and stir into the lemon sauce.
  • Cook until thickened, stirring frequently and adjust seasoning to taste.

CHICKEN WITH CHUNKY LEMON SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 whole chicken, cut-up into 8 pieces
6 lemons
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh minced Italian parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler.
  • Season the chicken and place chicken pieces, skin side down, onto a broiler pan. Broil the chicken, turning the pieces over once, cooking until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 20 minutes.
  • Slice off 1 end of each of 3 lemons. With a sharp knife, supreme lemons: in a downward motion, peel away rind and pith. Separate segments of lemon wedges from skin and put in a bowl. Squeeze out juice from leftover skins. Juice the other 3 lemons into same bowl. Add oil, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  • Once chicken is cooked, remove from the broiler and cover with sauce. Return to broiler and cook for 5 minutes. Remove and serve.

LEMON SAUCE (FOR CHICKEN OR FISH)



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Make and share this Lemon Sauce (for Chicken or Fish) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Molly53

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 red pepper, finely chopped (optional)
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2/3 cup water
3 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 chicken bouillon cube (or 1 tsp dry granules or 2 tsp liquid concentrate)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine lemon juice, sugar, soy sauce, cornstarch, bouillon cube, water, salt and pepper in a small sauce pan.
  • Cook and stir over low heat until sauces comes to a boil and becomes thick.
  • Add red pepper and green onions.
  • Mix well and pour over cooked chicken or fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 29.7, Fat 0.1, Cholesterol 0.1, Sodium 183.5, Carbohydrate 7.3, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 5, Protein 0.4

CHICKEN PICCATA WITH LEMON SAUCE



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Once you've tried this tangy, yet delicate lemon chicken piccata, you won't hesitate to make it for company. Seasoned with parmesan and parsley, the chicken cooks up golden brown, then is drizzled with a light lemon sauce. -Susan Pursell, Fountain Valley, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 cup egg substitute
2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth, divided
5 tablespoons lemon juice, divided
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 teaspoons olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. In a shallow dish, combine the egg substitute, 2 tablespoons wine, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, garlic and hot pepper sauce. In another shallow dish, combine the flour, Parmesan cheese, parsley and salt. Coat chicken with flour mixture, dip in egg substitute mixture, then coat again with flour mixture., In a large nonstick skillet, brown 4 chicken breast halves in 1-1/2 teaspoons oil for 3-5 minutes on each side or until juices run clear. Remove and keep warm. Drain drippings. Repeat with remaining chicken and oil. Remove and keep warm., In the same pan, melt butter. Add the remaining wine and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Boil, uncovered, until sauce is reduced by a fourth. Drizzle over chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 346mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN BREASTS IN LEMON CREAM SAUCE



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My family loves chicken, and this is a quick & tasty way to spruce up the everyday bird. We love this over all types of pasta.

Provided by Just Cher

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 tablespoons butter, divided
12 ounces mushrooms, sliced
6 boneless chicken breasts
all-purpose flour (to dredge)
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Melt 3 tbs butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add mushrooms and saute until tender.
  • Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  • Sprinkle chicken with salt& pepper, dredge in flour, shaking off excess.
  • Melt remaining 3 tbs butter in skillet.
  • Add chicken and saute 5 to 6 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
  • Transfer chicken to a serving platter (keep warm).
  • Add broth to skillet, scraping up browned bits.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until reduced to approximately 3/4 cup.
  • Stir in cream and lemon juice.
  • Cook over medium heat until slightly thickened.
  • Stir in mushrooms, white pepper& salt to taste.
  • Add chicken and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until sauce is a medium thick consistency.
  • Serve over rice or noodles.

CHICKEN TENDERS WITH CREAMY LEMON-GARLIC SAUCE



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This creamy Alfredo-type chicken dish has become a favorite of my family. My daughter requests it constantly served over bow tie pasta. You can also serve it with rice.

Provided by Mark S.

Categories     Meat and Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Tenders Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ pounds chicken tenders
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon butter
5 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
½ cup dry white wine
2 cups chicken stock
½ cup half-and-half
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons cornstarch
4 teaspoons water

Steps:

  • Season flour with salt and pepper. Dredge chicken tenders in flour mixture until coated.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and butter in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and brown for 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and keep warm.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds, being careful not to burn it.
  • Pour wine into the pan and bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Add chicken stock and cook until sauce has reduced, about 10 minutes. Add half-and-half, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice; let reduce for 10 more minutes.
  • Dissolve cornstarch in water and add to the pan. Add chicken and allow to heat through, about 10 more minutes. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 82.1 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 26.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 518.8 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor. Bottled lemon juice can be used in a pinch, but it will not be as bright and flavorful.
  • Grate the lemon zest before juicing the lemons. This will help release the essential oils from the zest and give the sauce a more intense lemon flavor.
  • Be careful not to overcook the sauce. Overcooked lemon sauce can become bitter and curdled.
  • Taste the sauce before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more lemon juice, salt, or pepper.
  • Lemon sauce can be used as a marinade for chicken, fish, or vegetables. It can also be used as a dipping sauce or a condiment.

Conclusion:

Lemon sauce is a versatile and delicious sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With its bright and tangy flavor, lemon sauce is sure to please everyone at the table.

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